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Coupeville staff to study A-frame sign rules after council directed limited code review
Summary
Town staff said the council asked staff to examine allowances for temporary A-frame signs and related sidewalk/right-of-way issues; commissioners discussed visual clutter, permits and possible design standards.
Coupeville planning staff told the commission the Town Council directed a focused review of the sign code to consider whether temporary A-frame (sandwich-board) signs should be allowed and, if so, how to regulate placement, design and pedestrian access.
Why it matters: A-frame signs are a frequent local complaint when they obstruct sidewalks or create visual clutter, but small businesses say temporary signs help attract customers, particularly in lower-visibility areas.
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